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Definition of Allusion
In literature, an allusion is an unexplained reference to someone or something outside of the text. Writers commonly allude to other literary works, famous individuals, historical events, or philosophical ideas... read full definition
In literature, an allusion is an unexplained reference to someone or something outside of the text. Writers commonly allude to other literary works, famous individuals... read full definition
In literature, an allusion is an unexplained reference to someone or something outside of the text. Writers commonly allude to... read full definition
Chapter 6
Explanation and Analysis—Saul's Name:
Saul introduces his name in the novel’s first sentence. However, subsequent episodes—such as his vision at Gods Lake—frame it as a potential allusion. While walking by the lakeside, he suddenly gets summoned by a voice:
"Saul." It came to me long and stretched out so that it didn't really sound like a word at all. But I heard it nonetheless. "Saul."
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